Senior IT Infrastructure & Network Engineer (fmd)

eleQtron develops and operates full-stack quantum computers based on trapped-ion technology. Quantum computing is a new computing paradigm rapidly approaching commercial viability. Our unique approach combines laser-cooled trapped ions with microwave control and tailored magnetic fields. Our next-generation computing machines under development will be able to find solutions to problems that are out of reach today thus enabling new innovative products and services for a brighter future.

We are looking for a Senior IT Infrastructure Network & Secure Access Engineer to support and evolve our internal IT environment at eleQtron.
This is a hands-on role focused on implementing and operating secure scalable IT systems across multiple locations.
In this role you will act as the primary IT representative for our Hamburg site working across infrastructure networking secure access and engineering environments to support both research and business operations.
You will work closely withITLeadership to execute eleQtrons infrastructure networking and secure access strategy.

• Implement and operate IT infrastructure across cloud network endpoint and secure access environments

• Act as the primary IT contact and technical representative for the Hamburg site while supporting users and infrastructure across all eleQtron locations

• Implement and maintain monitoring observability and alerting solutions across infrastructure networks engineering platforms development systems and secure access environments

• Support Microsoft 365 services Azure infrastructure identity management and endpoint management platforms (Intune Autopilot Entra ID)

• Support and maintain internal development platforms including GitLab CI/CD environments and license servers

• Design implement and maintain enterprise network infrastructure including switching segmentation wireless networking and secure connectivity

• Support secure access solutions including Microsoft Global Secure Access Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) VPN technologies and identity-based access

• Support the integration of engineering systems laboratory environments and customer deployments including secure connectivity and site integration activities

• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure networking and connectivity issues

• Contribute to documentation operational procedures and the continuous improvement of IT systems and services

• 47 years of experience in IT infrastructure network engineering or similar technical roles

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 Entra ID Intune endpoint management and cloud platforms preferably Microsoft Azure

• Solid understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP DNS VLANs routing switching and network segmentation

• Experience with enterprise networking technologies such as Palo Alto Aruba HPE/HP or equivalent enterprise platforms

• Understanding of modern security concepts including MFA Conditional Access Zero Trust and identity-based access

• Strong troubleshooting communication and documentation skills

• A structured hands-on approach with the ability to work independently and take ownership

• Experience with GitLab CI/CD or DevOps platforms

• Experience with PowerShell Bash or other scripting and automation tools

• Experience with Microsoft Global Secure Access ZTNA Zscaler WireGuard OpenVPN or similar solutions

• Experience supporting engineering laboratory manufacturing or customer environments

• Experience with monitoring platforms such as Grafana Prometheus Azure Monitor or Microsoft Sentinel

• Microsoft certifications (AZ-104 AZ-500 SC-300 MD-102 or equivalent)

• Work in a cutting-edge quantum technology company

• Be part of building a modern secure and scalable IT environment from the ground up

• Take on a hands-on role with real impact across infrastructure networking engineering and secure access systems

• Help build the IT foundation supporting world-class quantum research and future commercial quantum platforms

• Competitive salary: We value our team members and therefore provide remunerations that reflect this additionally rewarding achievements.

• Flexible working hours: We offer personal freedom through a variety of flexible work schedules.

• Team spirit: In our international and diverse team and with our regular team events having fun at work is simply part of the game.

• Further development: We want to grow together and so we offer our team members needs-based individualized further training as well as plenty of room for personal development.

• Wellness Package: We offer health-promoting benefits such as fitness programs like UrbanSportsClub to support your well-being.

• Moving Benefits: A warm welcome! We are happy to support employees who move for us with a bonus.

• At the forefront: Work at the forefront of technology where academic research meets commercial applications.

• Modern workplace: We have ahigh-quality infrastructure with laboratory space offices and meeting rooms.

If you enjoy hands-on infrastructure and network engineering and want to contribute to building secure and scalable systems in a deep-tech environment we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a short description (one page) of a technical problem you solved an infrastructure project you delivered or a system you improved.